CPU
GPU
Core i5-8200Y
Celeron G4900T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Core i5-8200Y is positioned at rank #957 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-8200Y
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G4900T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-8200Y | Celeron G4900T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-8200Y | Celeron G4900T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-8200Y and Celeron G4900T
Core i5-8200Y
The Core i5-8200Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 August 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,245 points. Launch price was $291.
Celeron G4900T
The Celeron G4900T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 2,239 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
The Core i5-8200Y packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G4900T's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i5-8200Y versus 2.9 GHz on the Celeron G4900T — a 29.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-8200Y (base: 1.3 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Core i5-8200Y uses the Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron G4900T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-8200Y scores 2,245 against the Celeron G4900T's 2,239 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-8200Y. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 858 vs 623, a 31.7% lead for the Core i5-8200Y that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i5-8200Y vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G4900T.
| Feature | Core i5-8200Y | Celeron G4900T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+34% | 2.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.3 GHz | 2.9 GHz+123% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 2,245 | 2,239 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 858+38% | 623 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,040 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-8200Y uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G4900T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR3-1866 on the Core i5-8200Y versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G4900T — the Celeron G4900T supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G4900T supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 10 (Core i5-8200Y) vs 16 (Celeron G4900T) — the Celeron G4900T offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Amber Lake-Y (Core i5-8200Y) and H310,B360,B365,H370,Z370,Z390 (Celeron G4900T).
| Feature | Core i5-8200Y | Celeron G4900T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1515 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR3-1866 | DDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 64 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 10 | 16+60% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-8200Y) vs VT-x (Celeron G4900T). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 615 (Core i5-8200Y) and UHD Graphics 610 (Celeron G4900T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-8200Y targets Tablet/2-in-1, Celeron G4900T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-8200Y rivals Athlon 300U; Celeron G4900T rivals Pentium G5400T.
| Feature | Core i5-8200Y | Celeron G4900T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 615 | UHD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x |
| Target Use | Tablet/2-in-1 | Budget |
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